In this paper, an optimization tool based on a MILP model to support the teaching assignment process is proposed. It considers not only hierarchical issues among lecturers but also their preferences teach particular subject, non-regular time schedules throughout academic year, different type of credits, number groups and other specific characteristics. Besides, it adds restrictions compatibilit...

In the new competitive environment, selecting and planning of the supply chain is very crucial and involves evaluation of many factors. Different approaches have been applied to assess the supplier/s. Most of these studies are based upon the supplier/s' capabilities. It may be neither rational nor economical to deal with each item via a generic material control system. Furthermore, supplier...

contrary to iranian and german law which do not agree on legal status of contracts obtained by corruption, in common law system such contract is typically deemed against public policy and void. but icsid convention, in spite of relying on public policy, considers these contracts voidable.

Each of the previous three articles in this series has examined one of the three main traditions of humour theory; those based around incongruity, superiority and the release of energy. We have seen that each of these theoretical traditions sheds some light upon humour and laughter, but also that all fail in their overly ambitious task of offering a fully comprehensive theory. This has not dete...